The document discusses diversity and inclusion on nonprofit boards. It begins by defining diversity as encompassing factors like gender, race, ethnicity, religion and other attributes. It notes the problems with "tokenism" and emphasizes the importance of embracing all forms of difference to best support an organization's mission. Several challenges to diversity on boards are outlined, like network recycling and time commitments. The impact of a lack of diversity can include not identifying with served populations and limited ideas. A framework is presented for creating change, including assessing the current board composition, defining diversity goals, and strategies for recruiting and retaining a diverse board.

1. Anne Yurasek, MBA May 20, 2008 FIO Partners, LLC

3. Defining Diversity

5. Trouble with Tokenism Source: Flickr

6. Embracing Difference in All Forms… ...to create a healthy and effective Board of Directors that can best support the mission of the organization. Source: Flick - luxamartr

7. Diversity & Nonprofit Boards: The Challenge

11. A Framework for Creating Change on Your Board

12. Initiating a Conversation about Diversity Mission Business Responsible Corporation

13. Framework for Creating Change Assess Current Situation Define Diversity for Your Organization Recruit and Attract New Board Members Retain Board Members

15. Assess Current Situation Source: King County United Way What is the current composition of your board?

18. First Steps

19. Q&A

20. Closing Comments